Olanrewaju Agunbiade Bags Double Honours at Prestigious Coolwealth Awards 2026
History was made on January 11, 2026, as Houston-based entrepreneur and diaspora leader Olanrewaju Agunbiade (Lasese Jnr), fondly known as Mr President, emerged as one of the biggest winners at the Coolwealth Awards, carting home two highly coveted titles — Outstanding Entrepreneur of the Year and Humanitarian Icon of the Year (Diaspora). The dual recognition places Agunbiade in the elite league of global changemakers celebrated by the Coolwealth Awards, a platform renowned for spotlighting excellence, influence, and impact across Africa and the diaspora.
The night was a convergence of royalty, culture, and legacy, with Agunbiade sharing the honours stage with towering figures such as cultural icon King Sunny Ade, His Imperial Majesty Oba Abimbola Akeem Owoade I, the Alaafin of Oyo, King Sunny Ade, Prince Jide Kosoko, Obesere, Alibaba, Nike Art Gallery Oritse Femi, Kenny Blaq, Akpororo, and other distinguished personalities whose contributions have shaped African identity and progress. Against this backdrop of greatness, Agunbiade's double win stood out as a powerful testament to diaspora excellence and purposeful leadership.
Born in Ado-Ekiti into the notable Akogun family, Agunbiade's journey is deeply rooted in heritage, discipline, and service. He draws inspiration from his late father, Evangelist Lasese Agunbiade, JP, whose life of faith, music, and integrity helped shape his worldview. His academic foundation at Ladoke Akintola University of Technology (LAUTECH), complemented by advanced studies in India in agriculture and animal sciences, equipped him with both local grounding and global perspective — a combination that now defines his business philosophy.
From Houston to Nigeria and beyond, Agunbiade has built a diversified enterprise portfolio that bridges continents and creates value across sectors. Through Godoyd Enterprise, he supports brands with cutting-edge photography and videography, while Akog Appliances delivers essential repair services that strengthen everyday living. His oil and gas venture, Shicieles, reflects his capacity to operate within complex, high-stakes industries, and Aventis NextEdge Real Estate has become a trusted vehicle for channeling diaspora investments into structured property developments that stimulate local economies.
Beyond commerce, Agunbiade's humanitarian footprint continues to expand. He is a passionate advocate for sustainable energy, championing power plant initiatives and solar solutions aimed at tackling Africa's persistent electricity challenges. Widely respected as a diaspora host and bridge-builder, he facilitates seamless entry for international investors, partners, and professionals into Nigeria's business and cultural ecosystem. His commitment to mentoring young entrepreneurs further reinforces his belief that true success lies in lifting others while building enduring systems.
The honours bestowed on Olanrewaju Agunbiade at the 2026 Coolwealth Awards transcend personal achievement; they signal the growing influence of diaspora entrepreneurs as catalysts for development, innovation, and social good. From Ado-Ekiti to the global stage, his story reflects resilience, vision, and service in action. As Mr President takes his place among Africa's celebrated icons, his journey sends a clear message — when heritage meets purpose and leadership is driven by impact, greatness becomes inevitable.
